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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

We believe Jiu Jitsu is more than just a sport, self-defense system, or fitness program; it’s a lifestyle that improves the whole person.

We believe jiu jitsu is more than just a sport, self-defense system, or fitness program; it’s a lifestyle that improves the whole person. The physical, mental, and transcendent benefits of jiu jitsu should be accessible to everyone, from beginner to world-class competitor and any age, sex, or ethnicity.

We will help you achieve your goals, whether it is self defense, weight loss, confidence or to be a world champion. In the process, you will transform your life and become tougher, safer, fitter, & better.

We view each other as family at the academy so we train safe, we support each other, and participate in community events. Most of our students build lifelong friends with bonds forged on the mats training which can’t be created in other sports or martial arts.

Come in for a FREE TRIAL with NO Obligation and see what Jiu Jitsu
and Nova can offer YOU.

No fancy contracts here, just the love of jiu jitsu and a belief that it can be a powerful force in peoples lives!
Just fill out the form below, call 489-9139 or show up and you can participate or observe a class.

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…Oh yeah, we’ve been teaching and training in the art since 2000 so we have many experienced practitioners

for you to learn from so you can be sure you are learning the right way every class!

Nova Mission

At Nova we believe that our community of people is the strength and foundation of our academy.

Nova BJJ Vision

At Nova you become part of a community united by the belief of the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu lifestyle. Jiu-Jitsu changes your life both on and off the mats; what you learn in class will be useful in real-life situations and you will learn the principals of awareness, discipline, respect, honor and self-confidence.

Nova BJJ Guiding Principles

Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes are comprehensive and designed to accommodate absolute beginners through advanced practitioners. We have a great community of people to help you including a knowledgeable team of instructors and very dedicated group of students. When you enroll at Nova, you will first gain confidence while learning a solid foundation of self-defense, followed by more sport-based Jiu Jitsu. Drilling and live training are also an important part of our curriculum. To begin our gi and no gi classes, expect to be taken through a dynamic warm up, take down, and ground techniques in every session. We also focus on developing awareness, timing, distancing, and sensitivity as these elements are often overlooked, but extremely important for mastering the game. Nova BJJ’s fun-yet-focused atmosphere is suitable for recreational and competitive players alike.

What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art based on grappling and ground fighting techniques. The aim of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Rochester is to control and subdue a larger and stronger opponent through the use of superior techniques, leverage, and body mechanics. With an emphasis on grappling rather than striking, students are able to practice with varying levels of intensity, without the threat of serious injuries which can occur more often in martial arts focused on punching and kicking.

Why you should try Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is an exciting way to get fit

If you don’t like to work out at a gym because you get bored and unmotivated, you’re not alone. Many of our students were tired of going to the gym. They found BJJ to be the perfect workout because whatever your fitness goals you will achieve them. Many of our students have found that they have seen lasting health benefits from training with us. You will also find that BJJ requires a high level of concentration and dedication, which stimulates your mind while you are working out! You learn to defend yourself, get fit, and have fun!

We are committed to your progress in learning

The instructors, staff, and other students make our environment friendly yet demanding and challenging, which motivates all of us to achieve our best. We are committed to providing you with the best learning environment.